Recreation Superintendent - Parks & Recreation

Pima County • Tucson, AZ

16h

About The Position

Under the direction of the Recreation Division Manager, the Recreation Superintendent oversees the management and direction of multiple large-scale recreation programs, facilities, and staff within the Parks and Recreation Department.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in public or business administration, recreation administration or a related field as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment AND four years of experience in public recreation program administration. (Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.)
• OR: Two years with Pima County in a Recreation Program Manager, Aquatics Program Manager, Shooting Sports Operation Manager, Park Manager II, or closely related supervisory position as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment.
• Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application.
• Valid driver license is required at time of application.
• Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum four (4) years experience in public recreation program administration.
• Minimum four (4) years experience with Pima County in a management role.
• Minimum four (4) years experience managing people, projects, and budgets.
• Minimum two (2) years experience in shooting sports, managing special events, and contracts.

Responsibilities

• Manages and directs the planning, development, administration and oversight of multiple large-scale recreation areas, programs, and facilities, ensuring alignment with departmental and community objectives
• Develops, implements, and evaluates long-range recreation policies, procedures, and operational standards to enhance service delivery and program effectiveness
• Oversees fiscal operations for assigned divisions, including budget development, forecasting, and expenditure control, ensuring efficient use of resources
• Provides leadership in staffing activities, including recruitment, selection, training, supervision, performance evaluation, and professional development of management and program staff
• Manages and coordinates capital improvement planning and capital projects, facility scheduling, and facility maintenance oversight for major recreation sites, athletic complexes, shooting sport facilities, aquatic facilities, and community centers
• Establishes and sustains collaborative partnerships with local governments, schools, nonprofit organizations, and regional or national agencies to advance recreation initiatives
• Directs the procurement and allocation of equipment, supplies, and materials necessary for program and facility operations
• Monitors and analyzes program performance data, participant feedback, and operational trends to guide decision-making and continuous improvement
• Represents the department at public meetings, community events, and interagency committees, providing expert information and responding to inquiries from elected officials, news media and the public regarding recreation services
• Leads or contributes to strategic planning, policy development, and departmental reviews related to recreation operations and community engagement
• Prepares comprehensive reports, presentations, and recommendations for senior management and elected officials
• Performs related administrative and supervisory duties as required to achieve departmental and organizational goals.

Benefits

• Employees enjoy competitive salaries, generous health insurance coverage, and retirement plans that contribute to long-term financial security.
• Pima County recognizes the importance of a healthy work-life balance, offering flexible work schedules, a generous family leave policy and wellness programs that prioritize employee well-being.
• Employees benefit from opportunities for professional advancement through training programs, workshops, and educational reimbursement programs.
• In addition, a County-wide employee recognition program rewards employees who exemplify the County values of being accountable, respectful and ethical as well as providing great customer service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees